About Riccardo Braglia and The Journey Through the Desert

Recorded live from the New York City book launch on June 2 at La Goulue, this intimate event featured Riccardo Braglia and Karin Hehenberger. Riccardo is an author, healthcare entrepreneur, Lyfebulb co-founder, and cancer survivor who underwent a bone marrow transplant. In addition, he brings decades of leadership in oncology research.

He was joined in conversation by Karin, a physician, transplant recipient, and Lyfebulb’s president and co-founder. Together, they explored the deeply personal journey behind his book.

Throughout the conversation, they reflected on their intersecting experiences. On one hand, Riccardo shared his leadership in oncology research and his leukemia diagnosis. On the other hand, Karin described navigating both the healthcare system as a doctor and as a patient.

As a result, these perspectives revealed how their journeys shaped views on resilience, innovation, and leadership. Moreover, they discussed what it means to lead through uncertainty.

Leadership and Purpose After Illness

This conversation explores themes of cancer resilience, survivorship, patient advocacy, and transformation, highlighting the human side of serious illness and the strength required to rebuild life after diagnosis. Riccardo’s story is a testament to the importance of perspective, innovation in healthcare, and the role of community in healing

Watch or Listen to the Full Conversation

You can watch the full conversation above to listen in podcast form.

If you would like to order Riccardo’s book, The Journey Through the Desert, please stay tuned; it will soon be available for purchase. Proceeds from the book support the Conquer Cancer Foundation for young researchers.